Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR

Description

Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is an alpha-adrenergic antagonist that is used in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia. It helps to relieve symptoms like difficulty in passing urine. However, it does not decrease the size of the prostate. Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is advised to take it in a dose and duration as per prescription. It should be taken with food, but take at the same time regularly. Swallow the medicine as a whole without crushing or chewing it. You should not stop taking the medicine without consulting the doctor as it may lead to the worsening of your symptoms. The course of the treatment should be completed for better efficacy of the medicine. Use of this medicine can cause some common side effects such as dizziness, ejaculation disorder, and retrograde ejaculation. If any of the side effects persist or bother you, you must consult the doctor without delay. Simple lifestyle changes can help you manage your symptoms better. Try to urinate as soon as you feel the urge, however, never strain or push to empty your bladder. You should avoid drinking caffeinated or alcoholic drinks at night and a few hours before going to bed or going out. Before receiving the treatment, inform your doctor if you are on any medication for any other health condition. If you have to undergo eye surgery due to cataracts or glaucoma then inform your eye doctor about the usage of this medicine. Patients with liver disease must be cautious while receiving the prescription, and they must receive regular follow-ups as per the doctor’s advice.

Introduction

Benefits

Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is an alpha blocker. It works by relaxing the muscles around the bladder exit and prostate gland so urine is passed more easily. This helps empty the bladder completely and reduces the need to pass urine frequently or urgently in BPH.

How to use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is to be taken with food.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : UNSAFE - Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol. - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is not indicated for use in women. - Driving : SAFE - Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR does not usually affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR is recommended. However, limited information is available on the use of Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR in patients with end stage kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CAUTION - Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flolite 0.4mg Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.